Spa Date with Kelly Toldnes

Life update ✨✨✨

I want to be open about my journey. I am not ashamed and I want to raise awareness.

In October 2023 I was diagnosed with stage 3 Triple negative breast cancer. A cancer diagnosis comes at you fast and decisions must be made quickly. I completed chemo (I can’t remember how many rounds? 16?) and I chose a double mastectomy which left me completely flat. A choice that felt perfect during a time of life or death, fight or flight. I also completed radiation treatments - which in case you’re wondering, it was recommended not to get breast implants as radiation affects the tissue and I was told I would not be happy with results. I was offered DIEP flap reconstruction at that time but I chose not to do it.

The freedom of not having any breasts has been freeing but not it was not enough. What I couldn’t possibly know, was how my body would change going through treatments. The steroids had me eating anything and everything. Add in perimenopause and my body changed in dramatic ways. I started going to pilates every week - which has been so healing and strengthening in every way possible but I still felt I needed to explore other options.

I consulted with Dr. Jalil and we decided to double double DIEP flap reconstruction with abdominal diastasis muscle repair surgery. And here we are. I came through it all, and I’m on the side.

I am beyond grateful to have a bestie and living soulmate by side. Thank you for getting me through this 💕 my husband and girls give me strength and courage to fight and keep on living life to the fullest.

I will slowly start getting back to all my messages and I miss you all!

Love and light, and please, go for the mammogram, check your breasts, know your body!

Xo
Kelly

Getting dermal filler isn’t just a one-time appointment… it’s a journey 🤍

Here’s what to expect when you come see me:

✨ Consultation
We start with a full facial assessment + honest conversation about your goals. I’ll tell you what will actually look good long-term (not just what’s trending).

💉 Treatment day
Think: precise, conservative, and tailored. You might have a bit of swelling or bruising — totally normal and temporary.

⏳ The “settling” phase (2–4 weeks)
This is where the magic happens. Filler softens, integrates, and looks more like you (just refreshed).

🔄 Maintenance
Filler isn’t forever. Most areas last 6–18 months, but I focus on building gradually so you never look overdone or like you “need” it.

🤍 Long-term plan
My goal? Subtle, balanced results over time. Less chasing, more maintaining.

This isn’t about changing your face — it’s about enhancing it in a way that ages well.

If you’ve been thinking about filler, this is your sign to do it the right way ✨

Kelly Toldnes RN
www.thespadate.com